The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Gloucester, MA

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398 Wedding Photographers in Gloucester, MA

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Shirtcliff Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
Gloucester, MA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000

Shirtcliff Photography captures life’s moments with a creative and personalized approach, specializing in portrait, lifestyle, and event photography. With an eye for detail and a passion for storytelling, Shirtcliff Photography aims to create images that feel authentic, capturing not just faces but the emotions and stories behind them. Known for a warm and engaging style, Shirtcliff Photography strives to make every client feel comfortable, ensuring sessions are relaxed and fun.

Shirtcliff Photography was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. Their communication style was direct, authoritative and strong, which put us at ease throughout the entire process. The quality of their work was truly timeless, beautiful and stunning - we were blown away by the final photos. They came prepared with a detailed 7-page shot list and their second shooter was excellent, capturing every special moment. Shirtcliff was also incredibly funny and personable, which made our engagement shoot a breeze. It was clear they knew their stuff inside and out, and they worked tirelessly to make our wedding day perfect. We couldn't be happier with the service and final product from Shirtcliff Photography.
Diana, 2 years ago
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Erin Wholley Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (35 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $7,000
  • Serves Gloucester, MA

Visit my Instagram for contact info and more photography! — ErinWholleyPhotography • Weddings are a culmination of love, life, happiness, family history, commitment, art, and so much more. My love for photography and the importance it plays in remembering cherished moments spans decades. Photographs are one of the only tangible items you receive after your wedding day (aside from the memories) to help you relive this time for the rest of your days. I will hype you up all day long to make sure you are enjoying every aspect of your day with your partner— that’s truly what it’s all about!

Erin was the BEST decision we made for our wedding! The second I saw her work, I knew I wanted her to photograph our day. Before we even booked, we had a great conversation on the phone and she took the time to listen to me yap for probably an hour . I immediately felt comfortable with her and knew she was someone I wanted to work with. Erin made our wedding day so special, fun, and lighthearted. She was incredibly organized while still making everything feel easy and natural. She somehow managed to keep us on schedule while also making us feel like models. Everyone kept calling her our hype woman, and I had so many people come up to me after the wedding telling me how amazing she was. When we got our photos back, we were absolutely blown away. Erin is so talented and creative, and we genuinely loved every single photo. It made deciding what to frame almost impossible! She captured all the big moments and so many little moments that we didn’t even realize were happening. Looking through our gallery felt like reliving the entire day. Her editing style is honestly the coolest. It’s moody but still light and timeless at the same time, and it fit our wedding perfectly. Beyond being an incredible photographer, Erin is just an awesome person. We seriously became friends throughout this process, and I know we’ll be reaching out to her again for any future life milestones. She took one of the best days of our lives and turned it into snapshots we’ll cherish forever. I truly cannot recommend her enough. If you’re thinking about booking Erin, do it!
Shaylyn C., 2 months ago
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Sadowski Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves Gloucester, MA
  • Offer

I'm Marc Sadowski, a New England wedding photographer with 20+ years of experience capturing weddings across New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Maine, Vermont, and beyond. My approach is candid and documentary — I stay back, watch, and wait for the moments that happen when you forget the camera is there. I learned photography as a photojournalist, where you get one shot or you miss it forever. That instinct drives everything I do on your wedding day.

Mark and his team were fabulous!! Highly communicative, professional, efficient, and overall amazing at capturing our most joyous moments. Marc sprinted across the dance floor to catch key moments of our dance without ever seeing it before - he was so generous with his time and delivered the photos in record time. We highly recommend Marc!!
Lauren M., 3 months ago
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Marian Siljeholm Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Gloucester, MA

Hey there! My name is Marian. Part Norwegian and part American, I've been living and shooting in the greater Boston area for the last decade, capturing special moments for couples, restaurants, small businesses, families, and so much more!

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Marian has been the photographer for all of my family’s big life moments from weddings to maternity and newborn, most recently my wedding 10/25/25. She is a true professional - prepared, timely, personable, kind, communicative, skilled, and knowledgeable. We weren’t sure what to do in our portrait session, and Marian guided us through different poses and locations at our venue, scoping out where we needed to go for the right lighting. Photographers can be very expensive, especially for weddings, and I found her packages very reasonably priced, and her turnaround was incredible. 10/10 would recommend. Shawn and I love you, Marian!
Gage T., 9 months ago
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Cecilia Jean Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (12 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Gloucester, MA

Hey! I'm Natasha owner of Cecilia Jean Photography. I know confusing right. Well Cecilia is my daughter and she inspired me to become a photographer hence the name. Im here to capture all the special moments for my couples. A photographer is someone who captures fragments of your day for you to relive them over and over whenever you want. Im here to help in your wedding process as much as possible. As a wedding photographer I'm here not just to take stunning photos that you can cherish forever, but to cheer you on and capture all the moments in between as well as the main event moments. I love what I do.

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The best of the best, very easy to work with and fun. I had never done a photo shoot before in my entire life and she made my wife and I feel very comfortable and made me come out of my shell:)
Hellen I., 2 years ago
Tessa Klingensmith Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Gloucester, MA

Hello! I am Tessa, a wedding and elopement photographer based in New England. When I shoot for you, I am capturing your day, your way, no stress attached. I strive to create a stress free experience, so that you can focus on what truly matters — each other and enjoying every second of your wedding day.

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My husband and I had some trepidation around choosing a photographer for our elopement, mainly because we really wanted any photos taken to reflect the two of us, and our relationship, authentically. We wanted intimate, personal, simple, and classic...and we found all of these things in Tessa. Tessa always put our vision at the forefront of her work, and she worked with us every step of the planning process to make our elopement seamless. She suggested venues, worked with our busy schedules to coordinate planning meetings, and even served as our officiant. Throughout it all, she was the perfect balance of honesty, warmth, and professionalism, and we would work with her again in a heartbeat. Thank you, Tessa, for everything. You are amazing!
Caela Anne H., 2 years ago
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Manual Focused Media 
Rating: 4.9 (9 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Gloucester, MA
  • Offer

Hi - I'm Noah, and my wife Paige and I work as a husband & wife team at Manual Focused Media. With a passion to capture authentic moments with creative & artistic twist, we strive to become 'storytellers' of your special day while ensuring you actually get to enjoy the moment!

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Noah truly exceeded our expectations for my parents’ anniversary dinner. From start to finish, the experience was seamless, and the photos turned out absolutely beautiful. They were even better than what I had envisioned. He really brought the moments to life and captured the atmosphere and emotions perfectly. We honestly couldn’t have asked for better. On top of that, he was incredibly quick with getting the photos back to us, which was such a nice surprise. We are beyond happy with the results and can’t wait to gift these to my parents. Thank you again, Noah! We would absolutely recommend him and would love to work with him again.
Kaylee C., 7 months ago
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Lorna Stell Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Gloucester, MA

Available for MICRO-WEDDINGS & ELOPEMENTS only: I’m a Virginia transplant who makes her home north of Boston! I’m obsessed with the diversity and energy of the city, but also with how easy it is to escape to nature in New England. As an introvert, I definitely need both! I’m married to a handsome fellow creative (of the wordsmithing and storytelling variety) and we love our homebody life together. I’m a photographer because I think people are fascinating. Because memories are fleeting. Because we all need some beauty around us to help us remember how incredibly blessed we are to be alive.

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I was searching for a photographer in the Boston area to capture the moment I propose to my girlfriend when we visited Boston. I was referred to Lorna's website and I was very impressed with her portfolio/website. I reached out and received a quick response! We set up a zoom call to get to know each other. Lorna was very nice and professional. She offered great advice and really wants to get to know you and your partner. I was very impressed with Lorna overall and 10/10 would recommend.
Chase C., 5 years ago
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Gabriela Berinstein Photography llc 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Gloucester, MA

I started my photography business because I love taking pictures of people. Wedding days come with so many beautiful and emotional moments. I am here to be part of your wedding crew. I believe every couple deserves to have an awesome wedding day. I do this by getting to know you and adapting to your wedding timeline.

Awarded Best of Zola
Gabriela is top tier. I worked alongside her and a handful of other photographers for a special event and she stood apart with her creative vision, strong communication, and professionalism. I highly recommend her for your photography needs.
Amy M, 3 years ago
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AKM Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Gloucester, MA
  • Offer

Hi there! I’m Alexandria, a wedding and lifestyle photographer based in the Boston area. I’ve been in love with storytelling through photos since I picked up my first camera at just eight years old. My goal is simple: to create timeless, authentic images that reflect the joy, love, and little in-between moments that make your day uniquely yours. Before I turned my focus to weddings, I built my career photographing red carpets and editorials for Popstar! and Cosplay Culture Magazine, where I had the chance to work with artists like One Direction, Bella Thorne, and Stephen Baldwin.

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Alex graciously shot our engagement and post-engagement festivities and did a fantastic job capturing the weekend. Alex is incredibly professional - she already scouted the locations and knew where to shoot, while still provided a fun and carefree experience. She brought a creative energy that made the photo session feel relaxed and enjoyable. The final photos were absolutely beautiful - timeless shots that captured all the special moments of our engagement weekend. The quick turnaround was also impressive, as we received the full gallery shortly after the event. AKM Photography came prepared, knew exactly where to shoot for the best lighting and backdrops, and were a pleasure to work with from start to finish. We couldn't be happier with the photos that will help us remember our engagement weekend forever.
Laura S., 2 years ago
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Caroline Giuliano Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $7,500
  • Serves Gloucester, MA

I’m a photographer for people who don’t resonate with traditional wedding photography. For those who want their weddings to be told like a story that features every bear hug, belly laugh, stolen glance, spilled drink, booty shake, and happy tear. For those who prioritize genuine and unscripted moments over trends and shot lists. For those who don’t want to feel like they’re wasting their day posing for the camera. For those who are inspired by the past and hopeful for the future. For those looking to create a little bit of future nostalgia.

Caroline captured our small intimate wedding perfectly! Her warm personality and professionalism made us feel so comfortable infront of the camera. The photos turned out beautifully. Highly recommend working with her.
Katrina, 4 years ago
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Terri Unger Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Gloucester, MA

I’ve loved photography for as long as I can remember, and I’m lucky to have made it a central part of both my life and career. I specialize in capturing people in their environments, the connections between them, and the small moments that reveal their humanity. Weddings are a favorite because they’re full of real joy, love, and the moments that make life feel full. My approach blends a documentary eye with a fine art perspective, creating images that feel honest, thoughtful, and true to the people I photograph.

Terri was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. We booked her just one week before our wedding day. Regardless, Terri was prompt and professional in her communication. On the day, Terri guided us through the various shots, capturing the day, the scene, and our outfits with stunning color and light. She put us at ease despite our camera shyness. One of our favorite photos was an unplanned shot of us on my motorcycle as we passed it on the street. Upon seeing it, we instantly knew that it would be the one we frame to capture the day. We were thrilled with her work capturing our elopement and highly recommend Terri.
Nick & C., 6 months ago
Salty Raven Studio 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Gloucester, MA

My work is vibrant, moment-driven, and authentic. I love focusing on your connection as a couple, what makes you and your wedding unique, and your interactions with family and friends as you celebrate together. My approach to wedding photography leans toward a documentary or photojournalistic style with a fine art element (I graduated from Wellesley College with a degree in studio art). While I might suggest an area with great lighting to stand in, I will never ask you to “pretend” to do anything. Ever.

We met Danielle at an LGBTQ wedding expo while searching for photographer that had experience photographing two dress weddings, a niche market we quickly figured out, and immediately fell in love. Her photos capture the moment and never feel overly posed, which won over my camera shy wife immediately. We did our engagement shoot on the streets of Salem and Danielle managed to capture the love we have for each other and made simple store fronts look like a Christmas wonderland without making the shoot feel like work. By the time we got to our wedding day, we had absolutely no concerns about her ability to capture the day as a single shooter and she definitely didn’t disappoint! She created the most perfect first look so we could take a moment together before the ceremony began, melted into the background and got a million candid photos of our night, set up the PERFECT photo flash dance to get some silly photos of our friend groups, and corralled our blended families for gorgeous group shots.
Brina T., 9 months ago
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Gabriella Gordon Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,600
  • Serves Gloucester, MA

Whether you’re planning an intimate celebration or the biggest party in history – I’m passionate about capturing your memories through intentional imagery and artful storytelling that you’ll cherish forever. Inspired by real people, real emotion, and the nostalgia of stepping back in time to experience it all over again. Serving New England and anywhere else my camera will take me on digital and film!

Awarded Best of Zola
Gabby was amazing to work with! She captured my wedding day in the most beautiful way. The photos are absolutely stunning and I’m obsessed with every single one!!
Ivanna S., 10 months ago
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Silver + Salt Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Gloucester, MA

Live your wedding, love the story! Do you desire to be present on your wedding day? No need to perform, just experience your celebration with your friends and family. Tired of every wedding looking the same? Based on the Northshore of Boston We produce authentic images that capture YOUR celebration in a candid and documentary way.

Working with Ben was an absolute delight. From the first call, he clearly understood our priorities and gave excellent advice to help us get the photos that mattered to us. We've had several opportunities to work with him, and in each case, we've ended up with so many amazing shots that it's hard to pick a favorite. Our first shoot was our engagement shoot. Ben had several suggestions for making it unique and did a great job of helping us relax and feel comfortable. He was incredibly flexible with us on a colder day than anticipated. And he still captured the delight and intimacy that make our relationship what it is. Next, he shot our super secret wedding ceremony at Dearly Studios. He was the perfect addition and helped make an extraordinary day even more memorable. The photos are so fun and joyful - I feel like I'm there. Finally, Ben photographed our big wedding at the Bradley Estate, and it seemed like he was everywhere all at once. Several guests commented on his efficiency and how much he seemed to get on film. Ben was also incredibly flexible working with my large, unruly family. He managed to capture every moment, from the big joys to the small dramas and he got every single face I could make in at least one photo. Looking at his shots from the event feels like looking at a high end photo essay of my life. Working with Ben was a fantastic experience. His expertise and professionalism helped put us at ease and allowed for some truly stunning photographs. From the engagement shoot to the wedding ceremony and finally to the wedding day, Ben's ability to capture every moment and emotion was remarkable. We cannot recommend Silver Salt Photography highly enough to anyone needing a talented and passionate photographer.
Katy H., 6 months ago
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Mark Davidson Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Gloucester, MA

Hi, Mark Here! I love telling stories with photographs and photographing a packed dance floor. For the last 17 years, I've been a documentary wedding photographer. Since then, I have developed a method and approach that enables me to document weddings that keep the day stress-free for you. My laid-back personality makes people feel at ease. This lets me catch honest moments showing how special it is when family and friends celebrate you. If you want your wedding photos to be stress-free, unscripted, authentic, and love a dance party, we should chat!

Mark handled both photo and video for our wedding, and we’re blown away by how much he captured. He filmed everything — the ceremony, toasts, and all the dances — with a single camera, and the full edits looked and sounded fantastic. On top of that, the photos are beautiful and tell the story perfectly. He made the whole process easy from start to finish.
Dexter, a year ago
Nicole Adrienne Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Gloucester, MA

Hi there! I’m a Boston-based wedding and elopement photographer documenting love throughout New England and beyond. You could describe me as being equal parts obsessed with my craft and my couples. I not only want to capture your relationship in the most honest way, I also want you to feel cared for and thought of throughout the whole crazy and incredible process that is getting married *cue happy dance here!!* My life’s work is capturing authentic, true-to-you moments for the joyful and in love. Consider me your friend and your personal storyteller. Here to cheer you on from behind the camera as I capture all the magical moments.

Awarded Best of Zola
If you are looking for a engagement/wedding photographer, look no further because Nicole is itttt! She will be there for you through thick and thin. We had to reschedule our engagement session a few times due to the pandemic but Nicole was super accommodating and understanding through it all. She even helped us with our location research and we ended up with some of the most breathtaking golden hour pictures I have ever witnessed like my goshhh. We were also so so grateful to have her during our wedding - an intimate backyard wedding in western MA. She drove all the way from Boston and captured a piece of 2020 for us that we hold so dearly: our eternal love that we shared with all the people we care about. So not only is she going to capture your story, she will be a great friend who will give you all the support you can ask for! And I am so ecstatic to work with her again in the near future!
Vivian + A., 6 years ago
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Yimotion Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,900
  • Serves Gloucester, MA

My name is Yi and I am a passionate wedding photographer that serves the greater MA & NH areas. When I'm not sipping on a latte that my lovely wife makes me in the morning, you can usually find me hanging out with my 3 favorite kids in the world. I’m a family man who dedicates majority of my time to three beautiful child and my lovely wife. I’m a basketball player. I don’t function well without a cup of latte. I’m a photographer who eats, sleeps and dreams about creating craft. I’m the guy for those of you who thinks you are awkward in front of camera. I am Yi.

Yi was our wedding photographer, and he was amazing in so many ways. From the very beginning, he was communicative, collaborative, creative, and incredibly supportive. He took the time to understand us, our vision, and the moments that mattered most, and he brought such a genuine and thoughtful approach to capturing our day. What stood out most about Yi was how comfortable he made us feel. He gave great direction when we needed it, but in a way that felt natural and never forced. His style is authentic, timeless, and beautifully captures the real emotions of the moment, from the big, unforgettable moments to the small candid ones we may not have even noticed ourselves. Yi was also incredibly compassionate and understanding with our families, making everyone feel comfortable and included. He has such a warm, personable energy that made having photos taken feel easy and enjoyable rather than something we had to perform for. When we received the first photos, we were completely blown away. He captured our wedding day exactly as it felt, full of love, joy, connection, emotion, and all the little moments that made it uniquely ours. We cannot recommend Yi enough. He is not only an incredibly talented photographer, but also someone who truly cares about the couples he works with. We feel so lucky to have had him capture such a special day in our lives!
Katie S., a month ago
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Brilliant Lens Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Gloucester, MA

Photography has been part of my life since 2009, long before it became my profession in 2015. My background is rooted in fine art, where I learned to slow down, observe, and pay attention to the subtle details most people pass by, the way light shifts, the space between moments, the emotion that lives in quiet gestures. That perspective naturally led me to wedding photography. Rather than staging every moment, I approach weddings as living stories, unfolding in real time.

I had a wonderful experience working with Brilliant Lens Photography for my wedding. They were very easy to communicate with throughout the entire process, making the experience seamless. Their work is excellent, capturing all the special moments of our big day perfectly. I would highly recommend them to any couple looking for a talented and professional wedding photography team.
Douglas O., 5 months ago
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Kinship Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Gloucester, MA
  • Offer

Hi there - I'm Carli. An artist by nature, and someone who loves to tell a story through beautiful imagery. My style is mainly photojournalistic with an artistic eye. I love to capture moments that feel real and artistically beautiful. I want my photos to invoke the intimacy of a moment in time, or create a piece of art in its own right. But don't worry, I also love to capture fun! Every couple is different, and so is your story, so my approach to your wedding will be bespoke to you.

Carli met with me before the shoot to take some practice pics so that she would already be prepared with lighting. She was professional, prepared and punctual the day of. The photos came out great.
Krystle, 20 days ago
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Studio Atticus 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Gloucester, MA

Hello my dears- I'm Connie. Through many years, I’ve devoted myself not just to image-making, but to discovering what makes a life beautiful: the simplicity of slowness; the quiet intimacy of touching a loved one’s face as sleep arrives. I’m drawn to kindness, feeling terrified but moving through to the other side, dancing alone in public, covered in sunlight. My work is shaped by watching how others love, by giving more than feels comfortable, by laughter so deep it brings tears. I try to see without judgment. To stay curious. To exist, as much as possible, with joy inside this fleeting, incredible moment we’re in right now.

We had an outstanding experience with Connie at Studio Atticus for our restaurant wedding in Boston. Aside from your new spouse and your immediate family, you will probably spend more time on your wedding day with your photographer than anyone else. From our first meeting, we felt immediately comfortable with Connie and were struck by her professionalism and her evident care for us. She was a calm, kind presence in the hectic moments as our wedding day got started, and as the evening went along she captured everything from the big formal moments to blink-and-you'll-miss-it magic, wonderfully and organically. Connie is clearly an extremely skilled photographer who takes pride in her craft, but more importantly she has an artist's eye for capturing special moments of love, connection, movement, laughter, and more. The images from our wedding are spectacular. They are stunningly composed without feeling contrived, thorough without feeling staged, and beautifully edited so everything looks natural and timeless. We have already relived our day over and over through her work and will treasure these images of family and friends for many years to come. We’re so grateful we had the chance to work with Connie for our wedding. If any of this resonates with you, your search is over! We recommend her in the strongest possible terms.
Dan S., 6 months ago
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Photojellic Studio 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Gloucester, MA

When I received my own wedding photos, I hoped to relive the magic—but instead, I felt something was missing. That experience became my “why”: no couple should ever feel that gap. Today, I photograph weddings and families in Greater Boston with a relaxed, genuine approach so you can be fully present. My goal is to give you timeless images that capture the magic and emotion of your story, letting you feel it all over again.

Photojellic Studio was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, their communication was quick, friendly, and kind - putting us at ease right away. The quality of their work was truly exceptional, with crisp, well-done, and beautiful photos that captured all the special moments of our day. They had a wonderful flexibility that made everyone feel relaxed in front of the camera, and they were the nicest and most caring people, showing real understanding and compassion throughout the entire process. We are thrilled with the final results and couldn't recommend Photojellic Studio more highly.
Sadie C., 10 months ago
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A Little Heart Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,400
  • Serves Gloucester, MA

Hi! I'm Amanda! I am a lover of color and light, whose portraits are full of genuine emotion and life. I am a documentary style wedding photographer, and I very much enjoy capturing all the little in between moments as much as I do the big moments of your day. I want you to be able to look through your album and see the moments you may have missed while you were saying I do- your sister getting a little misty while you take your vows, your aunt taking shots with your besties. I want you to see the love you share with your partner reflected in your gallery.

I haven’t even seen all my photos yet, but I don’t need to, to write this. Amanda is the absolute best. Obviously her photos are stunning but she’s so much more than that. They day of the wedding she is everything, acts as a second coordinator, keeping the time, making sure we have everything (flowers, the rings, literally everything) and in my delusion not having prepared any umbrellas, she had extra cute white ones. She even was the one to put my veil on when my bridesmaids disappeared into the venue. Her calm demeanor creates such a sense of security. We truly would’ve been lost without her. It’s pretty much just a bonus that her photos are insane.
Anna K., a year ago
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Jim Barbere Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Gloucester, MA

I am a self proclaimed romantic at heart, always have been. After 19 years of marriage, I am a believer in true love! Photographing the special day for couples of all ages and walks of life, is a real joy and I get a charge of excitement for each gig. Anyone that has met me knows that I am an extroverted person who is always on the move; always talking and thinking; and often engaging with others. I make everyone feel at ease. As a wedding photographer I leverage my experience as a pro along with my personality.

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Jim is the best! He did our engagement and wedding photos for us and we were so happy with the results of both! He was very easy to work with and a great guy overall! Yaima also photographed our wedding and was fabulous! Highly recommend!
Ryanne D., 5 years ago
Marcela Diaz Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Gloucester, MA

Hi, I’m Marcela, a Massachusetts wedding photographer capturing celebrations with a balance of timeless imagery and genuine connection. For the past 7+ years, I’ve documented weddings with an approach that feels natural, intentional, and calm. My goal is to create photographs that look beautiful years from now, while helping you feel fully present on your wedding day. I can’t wait to hear your story.

Having worked in the wedding industry for years, I’ve always appreciated great photography, but it wasn’t until I became a bride myself that I truly understood its value! It’s nearly impossible to take in all of your wedding day, and that's why having someone there to capture not only what you experience, but also the moments you miss, is an extraordinary gift. Seeing photos of our family and friends enjoying the day, candid shots of us laughing and soaking it all in, and quiet moments we didn’t even realize were happening, all of it moved us in ways we didn’t expect. But beyond the images themselves, you need a photographer who understands you, someone you trust implicitly to preserve one of the most meaningful days of your life. Marcela has amazed me with her talent since the very first styled shoot we did together. But what truly sets her apart is her ability to make you feel at ease in front of the camera which, let’s be honest, can feel awkward if you’re not used to it. She has this incredible way of making the process feel natural and effortless, and her eye for capturing the most authentic, candid moments is unparalleled. For my husband and me, those relaxed, unposed shots were what we wanted most and Marcela delivered them beautifully. Even when it came to more formal portraits (which of course you need and want on your wedding day) the experience never felt stiff or staged. She works with ease, efficiency, and kindness, making the entire experience enjoyable and pressure-free. Her ability to adapt to any setting, request, or personality is remarkable. She reads the room intuitively and blends into the background so seamlessly that you often forget she’s there. That’s part of her magic; her presence never disrupts the moment, it enhances it. On a day when all eyes are on you and emotions run high, Marcela helps you stay present. And that presence is reflected in every frame. Her artistry, eye for detail, and signature style were exactly what we hoped for, but more than that, we adore who she is as a person. You spend so much of your day (and the lead-up to it) with your photographer, and having someone who feels like a friend makes all the difference. Marcela has captured our journey from couple’s portraits to engagement photos, our rehearsal dinner, and finally, our wedding day. I feel incredibly lucky to have had her with us during such joyful, unforgettable moments in our lives. Having worked with numerous photographers in the Boston/New England wedding industry, I can say with complete confidence that Marcela is among the best of the best and I couldn't imagine trusting anyone else with our wedding photos. Her talent is undeniable, and your gallery will be nothing short of magical. With all our love and gratitude, Lauren & Matt
Lauren & M., a month ago
Photography by Things to do in Salem 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Gloucester, MA

Alyse Grimm is the creator behind Things to do in Salem [dot] com. In addition to working in tourism in Salem, MA she is also a wedding photographer with 200+ weddings of experience and her work has been published on major wedding platforms. Her knowledge of the north shore combined with her experience makes her a natural fit for your north shore wedding. Alyse's style is photojournalistic with an eye for small details. She is less fond of posed photos. Alyse is open to travel but is giving priority to weddings on the North Shore of MA and to weddings that are non traditional/showcase the individuality of the couple.

Alyse worked with my fiancé and I for our engagement shoot at Beacon Hill. Since we are from out of town (NY) and the shoot took place at the height of Covid, this required some strategic planning on both ends. Alyse was so kind and flexible to work with. She assured us that even if last minute changes due to Covid had to happen, she would work with us. I was very stressed with the entire situation, but Alyse’s calm, reassuring personality put my mind at ease. She has many great ideas, but also listens to your vision and is open to doing shots that you like. We loved the way she captured who we are as a couple, in a place that is special to us. We received many compliments on our save the date cards which featured the photos from our shoot. If you are looking for a photographer who is easygoing, open minded, and knows the MA area well, then Alyse is your girl!
Amy, 4 years ago
Jess Biancardi Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves Gloucester, MA

Hi, I'm Jess—your New England Wedding photographer, timeline architect, and the person making sure you actually savor your day. After five years and nearly 100 New England weddings photographed, I've learned that the best photos are created when you feel totally at ease.

Wow, I literally cannot say enough positive things about Jess. We hired her as our wedding photographer and I feel like she became family. She shot our engagement shoot, my bridal shoot and our wedding and she was absolutely incredible every step of the way! She answered all of my questions, made us feel so comfortable, was organized and professional and even came to our venue for a walk through. On the day of she was on time, she stayed an extra hour when I asked right before she was about to leave and she was the ultimate hype girl the whole time, and then there’s the pictures. Her way of capturing both the most authentic and candid moments and the more thoughtful portraits while coaching her couples through what otherwise may feel awkward or uncomfortable is unmatched and her photos are the proof. They are STUNNING. Every single one is your favorite and you won’t want to stop looking. You truly can’t ask for anything or anyone better. I would HIGHLY recommend hiring Jess and I can’t wait to work with her again!
Jessica C., a month ago